5 benefits to sending the perfect corporate Christmas gifts to your employees

With Christmas around the corner, most of us are thinking about the best corporate gifts to send our teams and clients this festive season. Whether you’re after staff gifts to boost wellbeing or easy letterbox gifts that don’t involve waiting in for the postman, sending a corporate Christmas gift is far more than a nice gesture – it’s a smart business decision. Here’s why.

1. It makes your staff feel valued

We all know how much it matters for staff to feel valued. Recognising performance and workplace contributions improves retention and wellbeing – and happy, supported people are more productive, too.

According to Forbes, 94% of staff want a corporate Christmas gift from their boss that makes them feel valued, while only 20% would opt for a generic gift voucher. And a survey by HR News found that almost 50% of the workforce would be less likely to look for a new job after receiving a bonus or gift from their boss.

It’s not just about the value of the item, then – it’s about a thoughtful gift that helps people feel appreciated. That might be something matched to their interests, or a personalised option like our Treat Trunk gifts, which can be personalised with a name and allergy info, and tailored for adults, kids or both.

2. It improves productivity

At this time of year we want to recognise people for their contribution – and there’s no denying corporate gifts also give productivity a lift. Interestingly, one study found that giving a team member a gift improved their productivity more than a cash bonus, because cash can feel impersonal while a gift is remembered and used for longer. Taking the time to choose something thoughtful boosts both appreciation and performance.

Our letterbox-sized snack boxes make a great secret Santa or mini corporate gift.

3. They’re tax-free

Not the main reason to give, but a welcome one: corporate gifts to staff are classed as a benefit in kind and are tax-free. Speak to your accountant about the specifics, but as a rule, a gift under £50 per person won’t be taxable. You can also throw a tax-free Christmas party as long as it costs up to £150 a head. Again, check with your accountant – and this shouldn’t be your main motivation for gifting.

4. They support staff wellbeing

Wellbeing should sit at the heart of your business, especially with so many people still working from home and meeting virtually. A corporate Christmas gift is a great way to spread a little positivity. If you have plans to support your team’s wellbeing, a health-and-wellness gift can tie neatly into your wider HR initiatives.

5. To say thank you

Finally, the most obvious reason of all: to say thank you. So many businesses have seen huge change, with staff adapting to new roles, new ways of working, and sometimes cuts to hours or pay. The right Christmas gift is the perfect way to thank your team for everything they’ve put in this year.

Corporate gifts take a little time to organise, but they offer far more value than they cost. Take a look at our corporate Christmas offering for a hassle-free way to sort all your staff gifting this year.